Chinese civilization is one of the major civilizations in this world. China’s attractions are endless and you will never run out of things to see. Especially near the coastal areas, when finished with one city, the next one is usually just a short train ride away.

Whether you are a history buff, a nature lover or someone who just wants to relax on a nice beach, China has it all from the majestic *Forbidden City (map) in Beijing, to the breathtaking scenery of *Jiuzhaigou (map).

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Even if you live in China for many years, you’ll find that there’s always something new to discover in another part of the country.

China observes two week-long holidays during the year, called *Golden Weeks. During these weeks, around Chinese New Year (late January to mid-February) and National Day (1 October), hundreds of millions of migrant workers return home and millions of other Chinese travel within the country (but many in the service sector stay behind, enjoying extra pay).

Many foreign apps such as Google Maps and Apple Maps do not work in China, and tend to have patchy coverage and data quality even if accessed via VPN. Moreover, China uses its own coordinate system, which sometimes causes problems when using foreign map apps.

The most common direction-finding app used by the Chinese themselves is Baidu Maps, though it is only available in Chinese. Alternative methods include other map apps based on OpenStreetMap data or renting a local GPS.

Tiqets is an online booking platform for museums and attractions that connects travelers worldwide with more ways to experience culture.

China is a vast country with a rich cultural and historical heritage, diverse natural landscapes, and modern cities. AAAAA (5A) is awarded to the most important and best-maintained tourist attractions in the China, given the highest level in the rating categories used by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. As of 2020, there are 279 tourist attractions listed as 5A ⇒ AAAAA Tourist Attractions of China (wiki).

Cultural and Historical Sites: China is home to many cultural and historical sites that attract tourists from all over the world. The Great Wall of China, the Terracotta Army in Xi’an (map), the Forbidden City in Beijing (map), and the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang (map) are some of the most popular tourist destinations.

Natural Landscapes: China has a diverse range of natural landscapes, including mountains, rivers, deserts, and forests. Some of the most popular natural attractions include the Yellow Mountains, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Jiuzhaigou National Park, and the Li River.

Modern Cities: China’s modern cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, are vibrant and dynamic destinations that offer visitors a taste of China’s contemporary culture and lifestyle. These cities are home to world-class museums, shopping malls, and entertainment venues.

BAOLAU.com – transportation network in Asia includes flights, trains, buses and ferries.

The most common direction-finding app used by the Chinese themselves is Baidu Maps, though it is only available in Chinese. Amap is effectively the Citymapper for the whole of China.

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BUS: A coach or bus in rural China is a different experience. City buses vary from city to city. However, if you can understand the bus routes then they are cheap and go almost everywhere.

TRAIN: Train travel is the main method of long-distance transportation for the Chinese, with an extensive network of routes covering most of the country. >> seat61.com  (*Rail travel in China)

AIRPORT: The main international gateways to mainland China are Beijing (Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport), Shanghai (Shanghai Pudong International Airport) and Guangzhou (Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport).

To wrap up our China travel series, we’re sharing our top China travel tips! We’ve broken down things to know before going to China into the following 4 categories:

• General
• Transportation
• Food
• Culture

When traveling to any foreign country especially for the first time, it’s a good idea to get travel tips so you aren’t caught in a bind when you get there – especially in a country like China where government rules and regulations are pretty tight and getting around isn’t so straight forward especially if you can’t speak/read Chinese.

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The documents you are to prepare before submission of visa application. Guidelines for Visa Applications. Visa Service Center.

China Highlights is one of the best China tour companies. The website has a lot of useful information about China.

It is one of the most popular digital mapping services in China. Public transportation directions for major cities in China.